After Alex, a struggling actor, is evicted from his apartment, his best friend, Brett, who's married and has two young kids, tries to convince him to stay in LA. Meanwhile, Brett's wife, Michelle, deals with her goalless big sister, Tina, who's visiting from Houston.

Tina tries to shake Alex out of his funk by vowing to help him get the career of his dreams. Meanwhile, Brett gets in trouble at work when his creative instincts rub co-workers the wrong way, and Tina convinces Michelle to spice things up in the bedroom.

Brett's invite to a movie premiere leads to an impromptu night on the town for everyone. Tina and Alex engage in a personal "mission", Brett looks to mend a work relationship, and Michelle meets David, a divorced dad who wants to start a new charter school.

Whilst Brett and Michelle struggle through an intimate night, Alex accompanies Tina back to Texas.

Michelle organises an outing for old friends, but it's nearly ruined by Brett's bad attitude and another group who have booked the same venue for a game of "Kick the Can".

Brett meets a New Agey woman on his morning hike who encourages him to be more introspective, which leads to a revelation at work. Meanwhile, Tina tries to make amends with Alex by getting him an audition, and Michelle helps David with the charter school.

Michelle hosts a fund-raiser for the charter school, while Brett has a consciousness-raising experience at Linda's house. Meanwhile, Tina struggles with her business venture, but begins to rethink her future after a conversation with Larry.

In the Season 1 finale, Alex gets big career news that he hopes to share with Tina, who's busy planning her future with Larry. Meanwhile, Michelle makes a name for herself on a trip to Sacramento, and Brett shares his feelings with his wife.

On the set of his new movie in New Orleans, Alex gets a surprise birthday visit.

Michelle works on her plan to make the charter school idea a reality. At a welcome home party for Alex, Tina clashes with his new girlfriend, Christy, while everyone else tries to defuse the situation.

Brett and Alex get out of town while Michelle and Tina juggle the kids, and Christy.

Brett and Alex throw themselves into a new passion project. Michelle bonds with Anna, a new ally in her charter school project. Alex is disappointed by major changes at work and is confronted by a slighted Christy. Tina gets a crash course in parenting.

Brett struggles with the challenges and unexpected perks of a new side gig. Tina and Larry discuss life goals. Alex bristles over an unstable new director but softens to him and finds the two have common ground. Anna proves herself indispensable to Michelle.

Alex recruits an unwanted face from Brett's past to help with their project; later, he considers a career choice. Tina becomes more proactive in trying to get what she wants. At a fundraiser for the school, Michelle challenges Anna.

Facing pressure to build the school she envisioned, Michelle turns to Brett and Alex for help. A midnight trip to the beach puts Brett in an awkward situation, while Alex worries about Tina's behaviour.

Michelle is inspired by the kids as the foursome makes a last-ditch effort to save her charter school plans.